1. Unit 5: Search and Rescue  Size-up  Search involves:  Locating family members.  Documenting location.  Rescue involves procedures and methods to extricate family members. PM 5-1

2. Decision To Attempt Rescue  Risk involved to the rescuer PM 5-1

3. Goals of Search and Rescue  Rescue lightly trapped family members first  Self-Extrication PM 5-1

4. Effective Search and Rescue  Effective size-up  Rescuer safety  Family member safety PM 5-1

5. Unit Objectives  Identify sizeup requirements for potential search and rescue situations.  Describe the most common techniques for search a structure.  Use safe techniques for debris removal and family member extrication.  Describe ways to protect yourself during search and rescue. PM 5-2

6. Search and Rescue Size-up 1.Gather Facts 2.Assess Damage 3.Consider Probabilities 4.Assess Your Situation 5.Establish Priorities 6.Make Decisions 7.Develop Plans of Action 8.Take Action 9.Evaluate Progress PM 5-3-7

7. Search and Rescue Light Damage PM 5-9

8. Search and Rescue Moderate Damage PM 5-9

9. Search and Rescue Heavy Damage PM 5-9

10. Safety Considerations  Make your safety your primary concern.  Be alert for hazards.  Use safety equipment. Safety = Success PM 5-12

11. Conducting Search Operations Inspect area by: 1.Employing search techniques based on size-up. 2.Locating potential family members. PM 5-15

12. Conducting Search Operations: Pancake PM 5-15

13. Conducting Search Operations: Lean-to PM 5-16

14. Conducting Search Operations: V-Void PM 5-16

15. Conducting Search Operations Individual Voids PM 5-16

16. Conducting Search Operations PM 5-18

17. Effective Search Methodology  Indicates rescuer location  Prevents duplication of effort PM 5-19

18. Search Methods 1.Call out to family members. 2.Use systematic search pattern. 3.Stop frequently to listen. 4.Triangulate. 5.Mark searched areas to document results. 6.Report results. PM 5-18-19

19. Conducting Search Operations PM 5-18

20. Conducting Rescue Operations Primary Functions:  Creating safe rescue environment  Lift objects out of the way.  Remove debris.  Triaging or stabilizing family members  Removing family members PM 5-19

21. Creating a Safe Environment Goals:  Maintain rescuer safety.  Triage in lightly and moderately damaged buildings.  Evacuate family members quickly from moderately damaged buildings-minimize injury. PM 5-20

22. Precautions to Minimize Risk Safe Environment:  Know your limitations  Follow safety procedures. PM 5-20

23. Removing Family Members Types of family member removal include:  Self-removal or assist.  Lifts and drags. Allow family members to extricate themselves when possible. PM 5-21

24. Extrication Method Depends upon:  General stability of immediate environment.  Number of rescuers available.  Strength and ability of rescuers.  Condition of family member. PM 5-22

25. Carries and Drags  One person arm carry  One person pack strap carry  Two person carry  Chair carry  Shoulder and foot drag  Blanket drag PM 5-22-26